Dell
1501
owner manual
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Specifications
Install
FAQ
Adding and Replacing Parts
Error codes
Setup Diagram
Password
Connecting to the Internet
Warranty
Solving Problems
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Glossary
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Contents
Dell Inspiron
W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Contents
Configuring Power Management Settings
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection
Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
If only part of the display is readable
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Glossary Index
Contents
Support.dell.com
Warranty information
Finding Information
Setup Diagram
Click the arrow icon
Click the topic that describes your problem
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
Follow the instructions on the screen
Top technical issues for my computer
Microsoft Windows System Restore Microsoft
Service call status and support history
Frequently asked questions
About Your Computer
Determining Your Computer’s Configuration
About Your Computer
Front View
V I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S
About Your Computer
Y B O a R D a N D W I R E L E S S S T a T U S L I G H T S
Left Side View
Right Side View
Back View
Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor
Bottom View
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up Your Computer
Transferring Information to a New Computer
Click Finish and restart the new computer
Click Finished and restart the new computer
Printer Cable
Setting Up a Printer
Connecting a USB Printer
Power Protection Devices
Surge Protectors
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Line Conditioners
Setting Up Your Computer
Switching the Video Image
Using the Display
Adjusting Brightness
Setting Display Resolution
Using the Display
Numeric Keypad
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Key Combinations
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Adjusting Keyboard Settings
Speaker Functions
Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box
Touch Pad
Customizing the Touch Pad
Using a Battery
Using a Battery
Battery Performance
Check the Battery Charge
Checking the Battery Charge
Microsoft Windows Power Meter
Check the Battery Health
Power Management Modes
Conserving Battery Power
Low-Battery Warning
Standby Mode
Configuring Power Management Settings
Hibernate Mode
Charging the Battery
Replacing the Battery
Storing a Battery
Playing a CD or DVD
Using Multimedia
Using Multimedia
Copying CDs and DVDs
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Picture
How to Copy a CD or DVD
Using Blank CDs and DVDs
Helpful Tips
Media Type Read Write Rewritable
Using Cards
Using Cards
Installing an ExpressCard
ExpressCards
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank
Installing a Media Memory Card
Media Memory Cards
Removing a Media Memory Card
Setting Up a Network
Setting Up a Network
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Checking Your Wireless Network Card
Network Setup Wizard
Wireless Local Area Network Wlan
What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection
Setting Up a New Wlan
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager
Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card
Completing the Connection to the Wlan
Setting Up a Network
Security Cable Lock
Passwords
Securing Your Computer
Securing Your Computer
Computer Tracking Software
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
Solving Problems
Dell Diagnostics
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Option Function
Tab Function
Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive
Drive Problems
CD and DVD drive problems
If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound
Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Hard drive problems
Error Messages
Characters in filenames
Solving Problems
Solving Problems
Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed
ExpressCard Problems
Keyboard Problems
Manufacturer
External Keyboard problems
Unexpected characters
Computer stops responding
Lockups and Software Problems
Computer does not start up
Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
Memory Problems
Other software problems
Communication exists. Replace the network cable
Network Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
No sound from integrated speakers
Scanner Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from external speakers
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
No sound from headphones
If the display is difficult to read
Video and Display Problems
If the display is blank
Picture quality
If only part of the display is readable
What Is a Driver?
Drivers
Identifying Drivers
Using the Drivers and Utilities CD
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
Solving Problems
Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
Dell Operating System CD Dell Drivers and Utilities CD
Using the Operating System CD
Before You Begin
Reinstalling Windows XP
Before You Begin
Adding and Replacing Parts
Adding and Replacing Parts
Recommended Tools
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Battery-bay latch release
Optical Drive
Hard Drive
To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay
Memory
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Securing clips Memory module Per connector
Replace the memory module cover
Modem
Adding and Replacing Parts
Hinge Cover
Keyboard
Wireless Mini-Card
Mini-Card Antenna cables Antenna cable connectors
Install the replacement Mini-Card
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Adding and Replacing Parts
Coin-Cell Battery
103
Display
Lift the display up and away from the computer
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Packing the Computer
Traveling With Your Computer
Identifying Your Computer
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Travel Tips
Traveling by Air
Contacting Dell
Contacting Dell
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Website support.ap.dell.com
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Called from within Singapore or Malaysia only
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Printers, and Projectors for Relationship
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Specifications
131
In-1 Media Memory Card Reader
Ports and Connectors
132
Memory
Video
133
Communications
Audio
134
Display
Keyboard
Battery
135
Touch Pad
136
AC Adapter
Environmental
137
Physical
138
Appendix
Using the System Setup Program
Entering System Setup
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Changing the Boot Sequence
Commonly Used Options
Performing a One-Time Boot
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Touch Pad
Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Display
Floppy Drive
CDs and DVDs
Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
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FCC Class B
FCC Notice U.S. Only
Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
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PP23LA
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Glossary
Glossary
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Docking device See APR
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Device driver See driver
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NIC See network adapter
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System tray See notification area
Video resolution See resolution
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Index
Index
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See also hard drive See also optical drive
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Problems programs and Windows
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